The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the coming Wednesday Night Wrestling Wars between AEW and NXT as the two wrestling shows go up against each other on Wednesday Nights form 7:00pm to 9:00pm (cst).

Episode Runtime: 29:56

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The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the coming Wednesday Night Wrestling Wars between AEW and NXT as the two wrestling shows go up against each other on Wednesday Nights form 7:00pm to 9:00pm (cst).

The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the recent disillusion of the partnership between Sony Pictures and Walt Disney Pictures over the production of films featuring Marvel’s Spider-man.

Episode Runtime: 29:45

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The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the recent disillusion of the partnership between Sony Pictures and Walt Disney Pictures over the production of films featuring Marvel’s Spider-man.

Episode Runtime: 29:55]]>Comicbookman, Rod Flash and Bocepheus look the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Phase 4 slate of announced films and streaming productions. Episode Runtime: 29:55]]>29:58cleanpodcast,black,winter,comics,humor,alternate,marvel,chi,reality,discussion,soldier,falcon,widow,shang,phase4,comicbookman,bocepheusComicbookman, Rod Flash and Bocepheus look the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Phase 4 slate of announced films and streaming productions
Episode Runtime: 29:55
1104fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 103: House of XEpisode 103: House of XMon, 29 Jul 2019 15:53:58 +0000Comicbookman, Rod Flash and Bocepheus look the Fifth Age of Marvel’s X-Men as laid out by writer Jonathan Hickman in his books: House of X and Powers of X.

Episode Runtime: 30:26]]>Comicbookman, Rod Flash and Bocepheus look the Fifth Age of Marvel’s X-Men as laid out by writer Jonathan Hickman in his books: House of X and Powers of X. Episode Runtime: 30:26]]>30:27cleanpodcast,house,comics,humor,alternate,xmen,marvel,mutants,powers,reality,discussion,hickman,comicbookman,bocepheusComicbookman, Rod Flash and Bocepheus look the Fifth Age of Marvel’s X-Men as laid out by writer Jonathan Hickman in his books: House of X and Powers of X.
Episode Runtime: 30:26
1103fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 102: What Killed Vertigo Comics?Episode 102: What Killed Vertigo Comics?Mon, 22 Jul 2019 15:30:56 +0000Episode 102: What Killed Vertigo Comics? Subtitle: We look at the caused of the Death of Vertigo Comics

Comicbookman and Bocepheus look the history of DC’s Vertigo Comics imprint and how that history may have led to the imprints death.

Episode Runtime: 29:07]]>Episode 102: What Killed Vertigo Comics? Subtitle: We look at the caused of the Death of Vertigo Comics Comicbookman and Bocepheus look the history of DC’s Vertigo Comics imprint and how that history may have led to the imprints death. Episode Runtime: 29:07]]>29:08cleanpodcast,image,comics,humor,alternate,dc,reality,discussion,vertigo,preacher,sandman,comicbookman,bocepheus,transmetropolitnComicbookman and Bocepheus look the history of DC’s Vertigo Comics imprint and how that history may have led to the imprints death.
Episode Runtime: 29:071102fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 101: Immortal HulkEpisode 101: Immortal HulkMon, 15 Jul 2019 15:54:33 +0000Comicbookman, Bocepheus and Rod Flash look the superhero comic that is really A HORROR COMIC-the Immortal Hulk.

Episode Runtime: 27:53]]>Comicbookman and Bocepheus and Rod Flash look at the biggest thing in professional wrestling: AEW (All Elite Wrestling). From “All In” to “Double or Nothing” to TNT this Fall, they discuss it all. Episode Runtime: 27:53]]>27:54cleanpodcast,john,jim,ross,chris,humor,alternate,wrestling,reality,cody,discussion,rhodes,moxley,jerico,comicbookman,bocepheus,aewComicbookman and Bocepheus and Rod Flash look at the biggest thing in professional wrestling: AEW (All Elite Wrestling). From “All In” to “Double or Nothing” to TNT this Fall, they discuss it all.
Episode Runtime: 27:531100fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 99: the Shazam Show Episode 99: the Shazam ShowMon, 17 Jun 2019 14:43:51 +0000Comicbookman and Good Old JR look at the history of the Original Captain Marvel (aka “The Big Red Cheese”) looking at the lawsuits, movie serials, return to comics, tv series, Miracleman, movie and more. The various characters comic history is examined followed up with JR’s review of the film. You’ll find JR’s review of Shazam! at:

Episode Runtime: 50:24]]>Comicbookman and Good Old JR look at the history of the Original Captain Marvel (aka “The Big Red Cheese”) looking at the lawsuits, movie serials, return to comics, tv series, Miracleman, movie and more. The various characters comic history is examined followed up with JR’s review of the film. You’ll find JR’s review of Shazam! at: http://www.myalternatereality.com/EPOP/REVIEWS/2019/MOVIES2019/shazam.html Episode Runtime: 50:24]]>50:25cleanpodcast,old,good,jr,movie,comic,comics,humor,alternate,marvel,captain,reality,beck,discussion,cc,shazam,whiz,comicbookmanComicbookman and Good Old JR look at the history of the Original Captain Marvel (aka “The Big Red Cheese”) looking at the lawsuits, movie serials, return to comics, tv series, Miracleman, movie and more. This is followed up with JR’s review of the film. You’ll find JR’s review of Shazam! at:
http://www.myalternatereality.com/EPOP/REVIEWS/2019/MOVIES2019/shazam.html
Episode Runtime: 50:24199fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 98: the Captain Marvel ShowEpisode 98: the Captain Marvel ShowMon, 22 Apr 2019 14:56:14 +0000Comicbookman and Good Old JR look at the history of Marvel’s Captain Marvel (or Mar-Vell) from the characters inception triggered by a lawsuit to the Brie Larson movie. The various Marvel comic book incarnations of the character are examined followed up with JR’s review of the film and it’s place in the MCE cannon. You’ll find JR’s review of Captain Marvel at:

RORSCHACH TEST BONUS: Bo & Rod Flash do a run in with their RT on GODZILLA!

Episode Runtime: 57:44

]]>Comicbookman and Good Old JR look at the history of Marvel’s Captain Marvel (or Mar-Vell) from the characters inception triggered by a lawsuit to the Brie Larson movie. The various Marvel comic book incarnations of the character are examined followed up with JR’s review of the film and it’s place in the MCE cannon. You’ll find JR’s review of Captain Marvel at: http://www.myalternatereality.com/EPOP/REVIEWS/2019/MOVIES2019/captainmarvel.html RORSCHACH TEST BONUS: Bo & Rod Flash do a run in with their RT on GODZILLA!

Episode Runtime: 57:44

]]>57:45cleanpodcast,old,good,jim,jr,movie,comic,humor,alternate,marvel,captain,reality,discussion,starlin,marvell,kree,comicbookmanComicbookman and Good Old JR look at the history of Marvel’s Captain Marvel (or Mar-Vell) from the characters inception triggered by a lawsuit to the Brie Larson movie. You’ll find JR’s review of Captain Marvel at:
http://www.myalternatereality.com/EPOP/REVIEWS/2019/MOVIES2019/captainmarvel.html
RORSCHACH TEST BONUS: Bo & Rod Flash do a run in with their RT on GODZILLA!
Episode Runtime: 57:44198fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 97: Oscar Picks-2019Episode 97: Oscar Picks-2019Thu, 21 Feb 2019 21:32:53 +0000Comicbookman hosts the Fantastic Foursome of Bocepheus, Rod Flash, Big Tuna Vito and Good Old JR as they make and discuss their picks for the 91st Annual Academy Awards (aka: the 2019 Oscars). This is the episode where they put their reputations on the line and pick the winners for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress and over a dozen more categories. After listening to this episode stop by our website and read more about Bo, JR’s and Vito Carli’s picks for this year’s Oscars. You’ll find it at:

Episode Runtime: 1:01:57]]>Comicbookman hosts the Fantastic Foursome of Bocepheus, Rod Flash, Big Tuna Vito and Good Old JR as they make and discuss their picks for the 91st Annual Academy Awards (aka: the 2019 Oscars). This is the episode where they put their reputations on the line and pick the winners for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress and over a dozen more categories. After listening to this episode stop by our website and read more about Bo, JR’s and Vito Carli’s picks for this year’s Oscars. You’ll find it at: http://www.myalternatereality.com/EPOP/REVIEWS/2019/MOVIES2019/2019academyawardpredictions.html Episode Runtime: 1:01:57]]>01:01:58cleanpodcast,news,jr,movies,humor,alternate,flash,awards,reality,oscars,discussion,predictions,rod,vito,comicbookman,bocepheus,bigtunaComicbookman hosts the Fantastic Foursome of Bocepheus, Rod Flash, Big Tuna Vito and Good Old JR as they make and discuss their picks for the 91st Annual Academy Awards (aka: the 2019 Oscars). After listening to this episode stop by our website and read more about Bo, JR’s and Vito Carli’s picks for this year’s Oscars. You’ll find it at:
http://www.myalternatereality.com/EPOP/REVIEWS/2019/MOVIES2019/2019academyawardpredictions.html
Episode Runtime: 1:01:57
197fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 96: TOP 10 Comic News Stories of 2018 Episode 96: TOP 10 Comic News Stories of 2018 Mon, 11 Feb 2019 15:47:45 +0000Episode 96: TOP 10 Comic News Stories of 2018 Subtitle: Discussion of the Top 10 Comicbook News Stories for 2018

Episode Runtime: 57:48]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash memorialize the life and career of Stanley Martin Lieber aka: Stan Lee. For the entire hour they remember Stan, his impact on not just Marvel but the entire comics industry and what his legacy may be. Episode Runtime: 57:48]]>56:01cleanpodcast,news,disney,humor,alternate,spiderman,marvel,lee,reality,discussion,stan,stanlee,alternatereality,comicbookman,bocepheus,rodflashThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash memorialize the life and career of Stanley Martin Lieber aka: Stan Lee. For the entire hour, they remember Stan, his impact on not just Marvel but the entire comics industry and what his legacy may be.
Episode Runtime: 57:48
195fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 94: All MEDIA/WRESTLING News-Late December 2018 Episode 94: All MEDIA/WRESTLING News-Late December 2018 Wed, 26 Dec 2018 04:03:14 +0000The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent media and fight news in this all non-comic news episode. Stories include: Walking Dead without Jesus, the future of Rambo and Rocky, WWE buys up as much talent as they can, Kingsmen 3, All In 2 Update, Disney Streaming and the Marvel exodus from Netflix and more

PLUS! The RORSCHACH TEST: Movie Theaters

Episode Run Time: 58:14]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent media and fight news in this all non-comic news episode. Stories include: Walking Dead without Jesus, the future of Rambo and Rocky, WWE buys up as much talent as they can, Kingsmen 3, All In 2 Update, Disney Streaming and the Marvel exodus from Netflix and more PLUS! The RORSCHACH TEST: Movie Theaters Episode Run Time: 58:14]]>58:15cleanpodcast,news,mma,fight,superman,humor,alternate,flash,aliens,jesus,wwe,wrestling,reality,discussion,creed,rod,kingsmen,negan,comicbookman,bocepheusThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent media and fight news in this all non-comic news episode. Stories include: Walking Dead without Jesus, the future of Rambo and Rocky, WWE buys up as much talent as they can, Kingsmen 3, All In 2 Update, Disney Streaming and the Marvel exodus from Netflix and more
PLUS! The RORSCHACH TEST: Movie Theaters
194fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 93: All COMIC News-Mid December 2018 Episode 93: All COMIC News-Mid December 2018 Mon, 17 Dec 2018 06:09:45 +0000The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent comic book news in this all comic news episode. Stories include: The current status of DC’s Black Label line, Old Man Quill, Daredevils return, Avengers No Road Home, Betty & Veronica Senior Year, Action Comics #1005 fallout, Turok returns and more

Episode Run Time: 58:02]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news including: Ric Grayson, James Gunn on Suicide Squad, Kevin Owens on the shelf, the Goon moves to Albatross, Criminal returns to Image, Drowned Earth is only the start, Crown Jewel's fallout, Netflix dumps Luke Cage and Iron Fist and more PLUS! The RORSCHACH TEST: pineapple pizza Episode Run Time: 58:02]]>58:03nopodcast,news,disney,humor,alternate,marvel,dc,flash,byrne,reality,discussion,brubaker,criminal,netflix,rod,goon,comicbookman,bocepheus,ricgraysonThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news including: Ric Grayson, James Gunn on Suicide Squad, Kevin Owens on the shelf, the Goon moves to Albatross, Criminal returns to Image, Drowned Earth is only the start, Crown Jewel's fallout, Netflix dumps Luke Cage and Iron Fist and more
The RORSCHACH TEST: pineapple pizza
Episode Run Time: 58:02
192fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 91: Shaken Not Stirred-the James Bond ShowEpisode 91: Shaken Not Stirred-the James Bond ShowMon, 12 Nov 2018 19:57:25 +0000The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss James Bond, the character, the franchise, the phenomenon. The character’s history and possible futures are discussed, spotlighting the interpretations over the years by artists both in front and behind the camera!

Episode Runtime: 57:53]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss James Bond, the character, the franchise, the phenomenon. The character’s history and possible futures are discussed, spotlighting the interpretations over the years by artists both in front and behind the camera! Episode Runtime: 57:53]]>57:54cleanpodcast,james,moore,spy,humor,alternate,george,flash,sean,roger,reality,discussion,bond,connery,pierce,brosnan,lazenby,007,rod,comicbookman,bocepheusThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss James Bond, the character, the franchise, the phenomenon. The character’s history and possible futures are discussed, spotlighting the interpretations over the years by artists both in front and behind the camera!
Episode Runtime: 57:53 191fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 90: In The News-Mid October 2018Episode 90: In The News-Mid October 2018Fri, 26 Oct 2018 15:22:50 +0000Episode 90: In The News-Mid October 2018 Subtitle: Discussion of Comic, Media, and Wrestling News Stories for Mid October 2018

Episode Runtime: 1:19:18]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the new TV shows and upcoming movies all premiering in the Fall of 2018. This SUPER SIZED edition (it’s longer than usual) is Pumpkin Spiced with Autumnal media goodness for children of all ages! Episode Runtime: 1:19:18]]>01:19:19cleanpodcast,news,halloween,humor,alternate,marvel,dc,flash,reality,mary,discussion,venom,magnum,rod,aquaman,manifest,poppins,comicbookman,bocepheus,creed2A Discussion of Movies and TV Shows to look out for in the Fall of 2018
The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the new TV shows and upcoming movies all premiering in the Fall of 2018. This SUPER SIZED edition (it’s longer than usual) is Pumpkin Spiced with Autumnal media goodness for children of all ages!
Episode Runtime: 1:19:18 189fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 88: In The News-Mid September 2018Episode 88: In The News-Mid September 2018Mon, 24 Sep 2018 15:46:21 +0000Episode 88: In The News-Mid September 2018

Episode Runtime: 57:48]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman and Bocepheus memorialize three recent deaths from the world of comics. For the entire hour they remember the lives of: Comic book artist’s Russ Heath and Marie Severin and Comic writer Gary Friedrich. Episode Runtime: 57:48]]>57:49cleanpodcast,gary,humor,alternate,ghost,marie,not,brand,reality,discussion,russ,rider,heath,spiderwoman,friedrich,hellstorm,severin,wham,comicbookman,bocepheus,sgtrock,eechThe Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman and Bocepheus memorialize three recent deaths from the world of comics. For the entire hour they remember the lives of: Comic book artist’s Russ Heath and Marie Severin and Comic writer Gary Friedrich.
Episode Runtime: 57:48187fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 86: In The News-Mid September 2018Episode 86: In The News-Mid September 2018Mon, 10 Sep 2018 16:15:09 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman and Bocepheus discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news including All In round-up, Neville's official WWE release, is Batman an atheist? The death of Poseidon, Warren Ellis goes to Cemetary Beach, Doom Patrol cast for DC Universe Streaming, Doctor Who and Shield return, Vision gets a new mini-series and more.

Episode Runtime: 59.36]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news including: DC Bendis buyer’s remorse?, Saga taking a break, Greg Pak is busy, Marvel Knights anniversary, upcoming Batman comic projects, the Oscars reinvent themselves, Star Trek hell, Mad Max lawsuit, the future of AMC’s Walking Dead, James Gunn update, Cazz, the Hardy Boys coming up on the end and more. PLUS! Good Old JR reviews the DEATH OF SUPERMAN DC Direct DVD Episode Runtime: 59.36]]>59:37cleanpodcast,james,news,humor,michael,alternate,star,marvel,dc,trek,batman,max,brian,dead,reality,mad,oscars,knights,discussion,boys,walking,hardy,bendis,gunn,saga,cazz,comicbookmanThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news including: DC Bendis buyer’s remorse?, Saga taking a break, Marvel Knights anniversary, upcoming Batman comic projects, the Oscars reinvent themselves, Mad Max lawsuit, the future of AMC’s Walking Dead, James Gunn update, Cazz, the Hardy Boys coming up on the end and more.
PLUS! Good Old JR reviews the DEATH OF SUPERMAN DC Direct DVD
Episode Runtime: 59.36184fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 83: Top 10 Films of 2018 at the Mid TermEpisode 83: Top 10 Films of 2018 at the Mid TermMon, 13 Aug 2018 15:14:39 +0000Comicbookman is joined by the Dynamic Duo of Good Old JR and the Big Tuna as they pick their choices for the Top 10 films of 2018 by the halfway point in the year. From art-house films to mainstream Hollywood fare, over 20 total films are ranked, discussed and debated over.

Episode Runtime: 54:06]]>Comicbookman is joined by the Dynamic Duo of Good Old JR and the Big Tuna as they pick their choices for the Top 10 films of 2018 by the halfway point in the year. From art-house films to mainstream Hollywood fare, over 20 total films are ranked, discussed and debated over. Episode Runtime: 54:06]]>54:07cleanpodcast,old,of,big,good,jim,jr,humor,films,alternate,best,reality,discussion,tuna,vito,rutkowski,carli,comicbookmanComicbookman is joined by the Dynamic Duo of Good Old JR and the Big Tuna as they pick their choices for the Top 10 films of 2018 by the halfway point in the year. From art-house films to mainstream Hollywood fare, over 20 total films are ranked, discussed and debated over.
Episode Runtime: 54:06183fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 82: Toxic Social MediaEpisode 82: Toxic Social MediaMon, 06 Aug 2018 15:41:50 +0000The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the recent spate of toxic social media events which have had an impact on comic fandom. These events culminate in the firing of director James Gunn from the Guardians of the Galaxy movie franchise but also include Brian Bendis’ departure from Facebook, Tom King’s death threats after Batman #50 and more.

PLUS! Good Old JR reviews MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT

Episode Runtime: 59.30

]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the recent spate of toxic social media events which have had an impact on comic fandom. These events culminate in the firing of director James Gunn from the Guardians of the Galaxy movie franchise but also include Brian Bendis’ departure from Facebook, Tom King’s death threats after Batman #50 and more.

]]>59:31cleanpodcast,old,the,of,james,good,jr,facebook,twitter,humor,michael,king,alternate,galaxy,flash,batman,brian,dave,tom,reality,discussion,guardians,bendis,gunn,rod,batista,comicbookmanThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the recent spate of toxic social media events which have had an impact on comic fandom. These events culminate in the firing of director James Gunn from the Guardians of the Galaxy movie franchise but also include Brian Bendis’ departure from Facebook, Tom King’s death threats after Batman #50 and more.
PLUS! Good Old JR reviews MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT
Episode Runtime: 59.30182fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 81: In The News-Late July 2018Episode 81: In The News-Late July 2018Mon, 30 Jul 2018 16:11:29 +0000The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice the news that came out of this year’s San Diego ComicCon. Because of this, the news covered in this episode is predominantly media and comic related. Topics discussed include: Grant Morrison’s Green Lantern, Gail Simone taking over creative chores on Lion Forge’s Catalyst Universe, Future Hellboy projects, Chris Claremont returns to the X-Men, the New Doctor Who Jodie Whittaker, Miracleman returns to Marvel’s racks, all the DC shows on the upcoming season of the CW and much more.

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Cheese Fries

Episode Runtime: 59.33]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice the news that came out of this year’s San Diego ComicCon. Because of this, the news covered in this episode is predominantly media and comic related. Topics discussed include: Grant Morrison’s Green Lantern, Gail Simone taking over creative chores on Lion Forge’s Catalyst Universe, Future Hellboy projects, Chris Claremont returns to the X-Men, the New Doctor Who Jodie Whittaker, Miracleman returns to Marvel’s racks, all the DC shows on the upcoming season of the CW and much more. This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Cheese Fries Episode Runtime: 59.33]]>59:34cleanpodcast,news,black,comic,comics,doctor,humor,michael,alternate,detective,green,marvel,dc,san,brian,grant,convention,four,reality,discussion,diego,lightning,fantastic,gail,who,bendis,lantern,morrison,simone,cw,aquaman,miracleman,dceu,comicbookman,jinxworldThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice the news that came out of this year’s San Diego ComicCon. Because of this, the news covered in this episode is predominantly media and comic related. Topics discussed include: Gail Simone taking over creative chores on Lion Forge’s Catalyst Universe, the New Doctor Who Jodie Whittaker, Miracleman returns to Marvel’s racks and much more.
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Cheese Fries
Episode Runtime: 59.33181fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 80: In Memoriam-Ditko, Ellison & VaderEpisode 80: In Memoriam-Ditko, Ellison & VaderMon, 23 Jul 2018 16:06:58 +0000Episode 80: In Memoriam-Ditko, Ellison & Vader Subtitle: Discussion of Steve Ditko, Harlan Ellison, and Leon White aka Vader

The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash memorialize three recent deaths, one in each of the three worlds of wrestling, movies, and comics. For the entire hour, they memorialize Comic book artist/writer Steve Ditko, science fiction and television writer Harlan Ellison, and former WWE wrestler Leon White aka Vader.

Episode Runtime: 59.47]]>Episode 80: In Memoriam-Ditko, Ellison & Vader Subtitle: Discussion of Steve Ditko, Harlan Ellison, and Leon White aka Vader Tags: podcast,humor,discussion,harlan ellison,vader,steve ditko,outer limits,star trek,spider-man,doctor strange,bocepheus,rod flash,good old jr,comicbookman,alternate reality The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash memorialize three recent deaths, one in each of the three worlds of wrestling, movies, and comics. For the entire hour, they memorialize Comic book artist/writer Steve Ditko, science fiction and television writer Harlan Ellison, and former WWE wrestler Leon White aka Vader. Episode Runtime: 59.47]]>59:48nopodcast,old,steve,good,jr,strange,doctor,humor,alternate,star,spiderman,trek,flash,limits,reality,outer,discussion,vader,rod,harlan,ditko,ellison,comicbookman,bocepheusThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash memorialize three recent deaths, one in each of the three worlds of wrestling, movies, and comics. For the entire hour, they memorialize Comic book artist/writer Steve Ditko, science fiction and television writer Harlan Ellison, and former WWE wrestler Leon White aka Vader.
Episode Runtime: 59.47180fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 79: In The News-Mid July 2018Episode 79: In The News-Mid July 2018Mon, 16 Jul 2018 16:07:32 +0000Episode 79: In The News-Mid July 2018

The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news including Wonder Woman Creative Changes, Heroes in Crisis, Hart family feud, Archie #700, Zombieland 2 is coming, how not to cash a Black Lightning check, Brock Lesner: MMA or WWE?, Stan Lee gets a new guardian, Nick Spencer on Spiderman and more

PLUS! Good Old JR reviews ANTMAN AND THE WASP

Episode Runtime: 59.54]]>Episode 79: In The News-Mid July 2018 The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news including Wonder Woman Creative Changes, Heroes in Crisis, Hart family feud, Archie #700, Zombieland 2 is coming, how not to cash a Black Lightning check, Brock Lesner: MMA or WWE?, Stan Lee gets a new guardian, Nick Spencer on Spiderman and more PLUS! Good Old JR reviews ANTMAN AND THE WASP Episode Runtime: 59.54]]>59:55cleanpodcast,news,black,brock,in,humor,alternate,heroes,marvel,dc,lee,wrestling,reality,woman,discussion,hawkman,crisis,hart,lightning,wonder,stan,zombieland,lesner,marth,comicbookmanThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news including Wonder Woman Creative Changes, Heroes in Crisis, Hart family feud, Archie #700, Zombieland 2 is coming, how not to cash a Black Lightning check, Brock Lesner: MMA or WWE?, Stan Lee gets a new guardian, Nick Spencer on Spiderman and more
PLUS! Good Old JR reviews ANTMAN AND THE WASP
Episode Runtime: 59.54179fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 78: Epic FailsEpisode 78: Epic FailsMon, 09 Jul 2018 16:07:03 +0000The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss recent Epic Fails in movies, on TV and in wrestling. Films from 2017 and 2018 are covered as are this past television season. Also discussed are some of the talent the WWE has mis-managed over the past year.

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Marvel Legacy

Episode Runtime: 59.19]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss recent Epic Fails in movies, on TV and in wrestling. Films from 2017 and 2018 are covered as are this past television season. Also discussed are some of the talent the WWE has mis-managed over the past year. This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Marvel Legacy Episode Runtime: 59.19]]>59:20cleanpodcast,old,time,the,good,jr,epic,movie,in,humor,alternate,fear,dark,flash,dead,reality,knight,last,discussion,walking,transformers,tower,circle,fail,wrinkle,rod,wyatt,swat,dynasty,baywatch,bray,inhumans,baily,emoji,valerian,comicbookman,bocepheusThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss recent Epic Fails in movies, on TV and in wrestling. Films from 2017 and 2018 are covered as are this past television season. Also discussed are some of the talent the WWE has mismanaged over the past year.
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Marvel Legacy
Episode Runtime: 59.19178fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 77: RemakesEpisode 77: RemakesMon, 25 Jun 2018 14:10:12 +0000The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss remakes in movies and on TV. The recent Rosanne controversy triggered this episode’s discussion of television shows being remade and updated, films remaking television shows, TV shows remaking movies, American television remaking British television programs and more. Sequels and reimaginings are also discussed and it’s all topped off with an examination of Rosanne the series.

PLUS! Good Old JR reviews INCREDIBLES 2

Episode Runtime: 59.54]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss remakes in movies and on TV. The recent Rosanne controversy triggered this episode’s discussion of television shows being remade and updated, films remaking television shows, TV shows remaking movies, American television remaking British television programs and more. Sequels and reimaginings are also discussed and it’s all topped off with an examination of Rosanne the series. PLUS! Good Old JR reviews INCREDIBLES 2 Episode Runtime: 59.54]]>59:54cleanpodcast,old,2,good,jr,space,in,men,humor,alternate,lost,battlestar,galactica,flash,batman,couple,reality,odd,discussion,66,12,incredibles,towers,gotham,11,angry,rod,oceans,remakes,rosanne,fawlty,honeymooners,comicbookman,bocepheusThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss remakes in movies and on TV. The recent Rosanne controversy triggered this episode’s discussion of television shows being remade and updated, films remaking television shows, TV shows remaking movies, American television remaking British television programs and more. Sequels and reimaginings are also discussed and it’s all topped off with an examination of Rosanne the series.
PLUS! JR reviews INCREDIBLES 2
Episode Runtime: 59.54177fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 76: In The News-Early June 2018Episode 76: In The News-Early June 2018Mon, 11 Jun 2018 15:37:49 +0000Episode 76: In The News-Early June 2018

The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss diversity in comics and the economic and social backlash that has been playing itself out on media and at the register over the last few years. Also discussed is the best way for creators to get their small press, independent comic into a comic store.

PLUS! Good Old JR reviews SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY

Episode Runtime: 59.37

]]>Episode 75: Economics of Diversity in Comics Subtitle: Discussion of diversity and it’s backlash in comics The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss diversity in comics and the economic and social backlash that has been playing itself out on media and at the register over the last few years. Also discussed is the best way for creators to get their small press, independent comic into a comic store.

PLUS! Good Old JR reviews SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Episode Runtime: 59.37

]]>59:39cleanpodcast,warrior,disney,mark,chuck,press,social,williams,humor,marvel,dc,legacy,previews,discussion,justice,dixon,waid,antarctic,diversity,riri,jawbreaker,sjwThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss diversity in comics and the economic and social backlash that has been playing itself out on media and at the register over the last few years. Also discussed is the best way for creators to get their small press, independent comic into a comic store.
PLUS! Good Old JR reviews SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY
Episode Runtime: 59.37175fullEpisode 74: In The News-Late May 2018Episode 74: In The News-Late May 2018Mon, 28 May 2018 14:29:08 +0000The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news. Brian Bendis’ Man of Steel and beyond, Chaykin’s new book tells tales of the industry, DC Streaming is coming, Smackdown is going to Fox, Marvel Phase 4 prognostications, the return of the Ultimate Universe and more.

PLUS! Beginning with this episode, Good Old JR checks in with his review of a movie currently on screens. In this inaugural episode (for him) he reviews Marvel's AVENGERS INFINITY WAR

Episode Runtime: 57.30

]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news. Brian Bendis’ Man of Steel and beyond, Chaykin’s new book tells tales of the industry, DC Streaming is coming, Smackdown is going to Fox, Marvel Phase 4 prognostications, the return of the Ultimate Universe and more.

PLUS! Beginning with this episode, Good Old JR checks in with his review of a movie currently on screens. In this inaugural episode (for him) he reviews Marvel's AVENGERS INFINITY WAR Episode Runtime: 57.30

]]>57:31cleanpodcast,news,ross,ultimate,alex,hulk,streaming,humor,marvel,dc,brian,universe,4,wwe,wrestling,howard,discussion,bendis,chaykin,hogan,smackdown,phase,wytchesThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss dice and slice recent wrestling, media, and comic news. Brian Bendis’ Man of Steel and beyond, Chaykin’s new book tells tales of the industry, DC Streaming is coming, Smackdown is going to Fox and more.
PLUS! Beginning with this episode, Good Old JR checks in with his review of a movie currently on screens. In this inaugural episode (for him) he reviews Marvel's AVENGERS INFINITY WAR
Episode Runtime: 57.30174fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 73: The Walking Dead, (aka: Episode 54-A)Episode 73: The Walking DeadMon, 14 May 2018 15:37:41 +0000This episode is intended to be not only a discussion of the Walking Dead but also a continuation of “Episode #54: Image at 25“. The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss The Walking Dead both the comic and the TV series. Topics discussed include creative bookkeeping in television, the “Carl Problem” and its resolution; Fear the Walking Dead and its soft reboot this season, Negan fatigue, revolving showrunners, Skybound Entertainment and more.

Episode Runtime: 56:02]]>This episode is intended to be not only a discussion of the Walking Dead but also a continuation of “Episode #54: Image at 25“. The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss The Walking Dead both the comic and the TV series. Topics discussed include creative bookkeeping in television, the “Carl Problem” and its resolution; Fear the Walking Dead and its soft reboot this season, Negan fatigue, revolving showrunners, Skybound Entertainment and more. Episode Runtime: 56:02]]>56:03nopodcast,image,humor,marvel,dead,andrew,robert,discussion,walking,kirkman,lincoln,amc,skyboundThis episode is intended to be not only a discussion of the Walking Dead but also a continuation of “Episode #54 Image at 25“. The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss The Walking Dead both the comic and the TV series. Topics discussed include creative bookkeeping in television, the “Carl Problem” and its resolution; Fear the Walking Dead and its soft reboot this season, Negan fatigue, revolving showrunners, Skybound Entertainment and more.
Episode Runtime: 56:02173fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 72: In The News-Early May 2018Episode 72: In The News-Early May 2018Mon, 07 May 2018 15:10:27 +0000Episode 72: In The News-Early May 2018 Subtitle: Discussion of Comic, Media & Wrestling News Stories for Early May 2018

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: the Blue Beetle]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus and Rod Flash discuss and predict the card for WrestleMania 34 to be held in New Orleans. Episode Runtime: 58:12 This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: the Blue Beetle]]>58:13cleanpodcast,new,brock,humor,orleans,rhonda,wwe,wrestling,wrestlemania,discussion,34,ppv,rousey,lesnerThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus and Rod Flash discuss and predict the card for WrestleMania 34 to be held in New Orleans.
Episode Runtime: 58:12
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: the Blue Beetle168fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 67: In The News-Mid March 2018Episode 67: In The News-Mid March 2018Fri, 23 Mar 2018 15:41:59 +0000Episode 67: In The News-Mid March 2018 Subtitle: Discussion of Comic, Media & Wrestling News Stories for Mid March 2018

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: IDW Publishing]]>The Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the Black Panther movie from Marvel and the Black Lightning television series on the CW and more. African American representation in comics, tv and fill are all discussed as well as the “Killmonger was right” meme, Milestone comics and more. Episode Runtime: 58.58 This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: IDW Publishing]]>58:59cleanpodcast,news,black,humor,marvel,dc,panther,discussion,lightning,freeland,wakandaThe Terrific Trio of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, and Rod Flash discuss the Black Panther movie from Marvel and the Black Panther television series on the CW and more. African American representation in comics, tv and fill are all discussed as well as the “Killmonger was right” meme, Milestone comics and more.
Episode Runtime: 58.58
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: IDW Publishing
166fullAlternate RealityEpisode 65: In The News-Early March 2018Episode 65: In The News-Early March 2018Tue, 06 Mar 2018 05:16:46 +0000The Fantastic Foursome of Comicbookman and Bocepheus Rod Flash and Good Old JR dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. DC’s new Kids Line, Marvel gets Fresh, the Image Expo, Daredevil Season 3 on Netflix, James Cameron back on Terminator, Joss Whedon off of Batgirl, WWE cuts back on PPV events and more.

Episode Runtime: 58.34

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Erik Killmonger

]]>The Fantastic Foursome of Comicbookman and Bocepheus Rod Flash and Good Old JR dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. DC’s new Kids Line, Marvel gets Fresh, the Image Expo, Daredevil Season 3 on Netflix, James Cameron back on Terminator, Joss Whedon off of Batgirl, WWE cuts back on PPV events and more. Episode Runtime: 58.34 This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Erik Killmonger ]]>58:35nopodcast,news,image,comics,humor,kids,fresh,marvel,dc,wwe,discussion,expo,joss,whedon,terminator,daredevil,netflix,batgirl,ppvThe Fantastic Foursome of Comicbookman and Bocepheus Rod Flash and Good Old JR dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. DC’s new Kids Line, Marvel gets Fresh, the Image Expo,
Daredevil Season 3 on Netflix, James Cameron back on Terminator, Joss Whedon off of Batgirl, WWE cuts back on PPV events and more.
Episode Runtime: 58.34
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Erik Killmonger165fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 64: Oscar Picks-2018Episode 64: Oscar Picks-2018Mon, 26 Feb 2018 16:39:13 +0000The Fantastic Foursome of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, Rod Flash and Good Old JR discuss their picks for the 90th Annual Academy Awards (aka: the 2018 Oscars). This is the episode where they put their reputations on the line and pick the winners for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress and over a dozen more categories.

After listening to this episode stop by our website and read more about Bo, JR’s and Vito Carli’s picks for this year’s Oscars. You’ll find it at:

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Jerry Lewis]]>The Fantastic Foursome of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, Rod Flash and Good Old JR discuss their picks for the 90th Annual Academy Awards (aka: the 2018 Oscars). This is the episode where they put their reputations on the line and pick the winners for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress and over a dozen more categories. After listening to this episode stop by our website and read more about Bo, JR’s and Vito Carli’s picks for this year’s Oscars. You’ll find it at: http://www.myalternatereality.com/EPOP/REVIEWS/2018/MOVIES2018/2018academyawardpredictions.html Episode Runtime: 59.45 This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Jerry Lewis]]>59:46cleanpodcast,old,news,good,jr,movies,humor,alternate,flash,academy,awards,reality,oscars,discussion,rod,comicbookman,bocepheus,mtgreenwoodThe Fantastic Foursome of Comicbookman, Bocepheus, Rod Flash and Good Old JR discuss their picks for the 90th Annual Academy Awards . This is the episode where they put their reputations on the line and pick the winners for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress and over a dozen more categories.
Episode Runtime: 59.45
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Jerry Lewis164fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 63: In The News-Mid February 2018Episode 63: In The News-Mid February 2018Mon, 19 Feb 2018 16:43:23 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman and Bocepheus Flash dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. Bendis reimagines Superman, Wolverine returns update, Champions creative team changes, Dick Tracy fails at Dynamite, Valiant sold, Walking Dead lawsuits, Rhonda Rousey joins WWE, Booker T/Graves feud and more.

Episode Runtime: 56:34]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and together they dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. Conan returns to Marvel, end of the X-Files, Marvel creative changes, Warner’s restructures their movie division, WWE’s all woman Royal Rumble, Paige’s career may be over and more. This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: evolution Episode Runtime: 56:34]]>56:36cleanpodcast,news,humor,alternate,brian,lee,reality,communications,discussion,warner,conan,xfiles,bendis,stan,royal,paige,kendrick,rumble,comicbookmanThe Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and together they dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. Conan returns to Marvel, end of the X-Files, Marvel creative changes, Warner’s restructures their movie division, WWE’s all woman Royal Rumble, Paige’s career may be over and more.
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: evolution
Episode Runtime: 56:34160fullalternate reality incEpisode 59: In The News-Early January 2018Episode 59: In The News-Early January 2018Wed, 10 Jan 2018 18:00:00 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and Good Old JR and together they dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. Vince McMahon wants to restart the XFL, Dean Ambrose on the shelf, Quentin Tarantino on Star Trek, Force Awakens Fan Division, Marvel’s Christmas Massacre and more.

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: James Tiberius Kirk

Episode Runtime: 59:40]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and Good Old JR and together they dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. Vince McMahon wants to restart the XFL, Dean Ambrose on the shelf, Quentin Tarantino on Star Trek, Force Awakens Fan Division, Marvel’s Christmas Massacre and more. This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: James Tiberius Kirk Episode Runtime: 59:40]]>59:41cleanpodcast,news,humor,alternate,star,wars,force,brian,day,reality,discussion,bendis,awakens,comicbookman,rusefThe Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and Good Old JR and together they dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. Vince McMahon wants to restart the XFL, Dean Ambrose on the shelf, Quentin Tarantino on Star Trek, Force Awakens Fan Division, Marvel’s Christmas Massacre and more.
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: James Tiberius Kirk159fullAlternate Reality, IncEpisode 58: Top 10 Films of 2017Episode 58: Top 10 Films of 2017Tue, 02 Jan 2018 04:05:23 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and special guest reviewer Good Old JR to pick their choices for the Top 10 films of 2017. From art-house picks to mainstream Hollywood, over 25 different films are ranked, discussed and argued over.

Episode Runtime: 57:53 ]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and special guest reviewer Good Old JR to pick their choices for the Top 10 films of 2017. From art-house picks to mainstream Hollywood, over 25 different films are ranked, discussed and argued over. Episode Runtime: 57:53 ]]>57:54nopodcast,of,film,humor,alternate,best,reviews,reality,discussion,2017,comicbookman,bocepheusThe Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and special guest reviewer Good Old JR to pick their choices for the Top 10 films of 2017. From art-house picks to mainstream Hollywood, over 25 different films are ranked, discussed and argued over.
Episode Runtime: 57:53 158fullAlternate Reality, IncEpisode 57: In The News-Mid December 2017Episode 57: In The News-Mid December 2017Wed, 20 Dec 2017 23:29:55 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and together they dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. The Disney purchase of 21st Century Fox, Walking Dead and Gotham Mid-Season finales, Free Comicbook Day 2018 Gold titles, Brian Michael Bendis on the mend, Hideo Itami coming to 205 Live and more.

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Oliver Queen

Episode Runtime: 55:05]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and together they dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. The Disney purchase of 21st Century Fox, Walking Dead and Gotham Mid-Season finales, Free Comicbook Day 2018 Gold titles, Brian Michael Bendis on the mend, Hideo Itami coming to 205 Live and more. This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Oliver Queen Episode Runtime: 55:05]]>55:06cleanpodcast,news,disney,free,comic,humor,alternate,book,brian,fox,century,wwe,day,reality,discussion,21st,bendis,itami,hideo,2018,comicbookmanThe Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash and together they dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. The Disney purchase of 21st Century Fox, Walking Dead and Gotham Mid-Season finales, Free Comicbook Day 2018 Gold titles, Brian Michael Bendis on the mend, Hideo Itami coming to 205 Live and more.157fullAlternate Reality, IncEpisode 56: JLA/Punisher Double AutopsyEpisode 56: JLA/Punisher Double AutopsySun, 10 Dec 2017 22:39:37 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus perform an autopsy on Netflix’s Punisher and the Justice League movie. Plot points (spoilers!), impact, reaction and their views of each project are discussed in depth. Also the ramification and futures of each franchise are also covered.

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: The Ultimate Universe

Episode Runtime: 57:15]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus perform an autopsy on Netflix’s Punisher and the Justice League movie. Plot points (spoilers!), impact, reaction and their views of each project are discussed in depth. Also the ramification and futures of each franchise are also covered. This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: The Ultimate Universe Episode Runtime: 57:15]]>57:16nopodcast,humor,alternate,league,reality,discussion,justice,punisher,comicbookmanThe Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus perform an autopsy on Netflix’s Punisher and the Justice League movie. Plot points (spoilers!), impact, reaction and their views of each project are discussed in depth. Also the ramification and futures of each franchise are also covered.
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: The Ultimate Universe
Episode Runtime: 57:15156fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 55: In The News-Early December 2017Episode 55: In The News-Early December 2017Wed, 06 Dec 2017 23:24:22 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. C. B. Cebulski takes over at Marvel Comics, Brian Bendis moves to DC, Cancelled Comics Cavalcade, Age of Heroes delayed, WWE is looking for writers, Lucha Underground, Broken Hardy returns, Jeff Jarrett rehab update, Avengers Infinity War trailer, Punisher Netflix and Justice League movie aftermath’s and more.

Episode Runtime: 57:24]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash to roll back the clock and look at Image Comics in recognition of their 25th Anniversary this year. From the departure of the original Image 7 from Marvel to today’s Image Central, the Promise of Image over the last 25 years is examined in detail. Plus Comicbookman apologizes to Dawn Brown! This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Cook County Soda Tax Episode Runtime: 57:24]]>57:25cleanpodcast,news,image,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,comicbookmanThe Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash to roll back the clock and look at Image Comics in recognition of their 25th Anniversary this year. From the departure of the original Image 7 from Marvel to today’s Image Central, the Promise of Image over the last 25 years is examined in detail. Plus Comicbookman apologizes to Dawn Brown!
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Cook County Soda Tax
Episode Runtime: 57:24
154fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 53: In The News-Mid November 2017Episode 53: In The News-Mid November 2017Fri, 17 Nov 2017 18:00:00 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus are joined by Rod Flash to dice and slice recent wrestling, media and comic news. The return of the Milestone Universe, Shazam casting, CW Riverdale expansion, Channel 20 and Classic Dr.Who, WWE Cuts, Jeff Jarrett substance problems, who walks with Elias, GFW and Impact split and more.

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Hulu]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus get in the autumn spirit with a pumpkin spiced look at the CW’s new fall TV season. Flash, Supergirl, Arrow and Legends are all discussed. Other Topics include the new JLA trailer, Inhuman's, the Orville, Star Trek Discovery, Gotham and more. This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Hulu]]>59:40nopodcast,new,fall,humor,alternate,tv,league,season,reality,discussion,justice,comicbookmanThe Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus get in the autumn spirit with a pumplin spiced look at the CW’s new fall TV season. Flash, Supergirl, Arrow and Legends are all discussed. Other Topics include the new JLA trailer, Inhumans, the Orville, Star Trek Discovery, Gotham and more.
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: Hulu
151fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 50: From New York to VegasEpisode 50: From New York to Vegas Wed, 18 Oct 2017 16:40:23 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus look at the DC and Marvel comic news that came out of this year’s NYCC. Topics discussed include the Marvel Retailer Conference uproar, diversity, Marvel Legacy, weekly Avengers, DC’s Doomsday Clock, Vertigo Rebirth and of course: Bo’s upcoming (at this time) Las Vegas vacation.

This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: White Castle's]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus look at the DC and Marvel comic news that came out of this year’s NYCC. Topics discussed include the Marvel Retailer Conference uproar, diversity, Marvel Legacy, weekly Avengers, DC’s Doomsday Clock, Vertigo Rebirth and of course: Bo’s upcoming (at this time) Las Vegas vacation. This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: White Castle's]]>01:00:41cleanpodcast,humor,alternate,marvel,dc,convention,reality,discussion,nycc,comicbookmanThe Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus look at the DC and Marvel comic news that came out of this year’s NYCC. Topics discussed include the Marvel Retailer Conference uproar, diversity, Marvel Legacy, weekly Avengers, DC’s Doomsday Clock, Vertigo Rebirth and of course: Bo’s upcoming (at this time) Las Vegas vacation.
This episode’s RORSCHACH TEST: White Castle150fullAlternate Reality IncEpisode 49: And Then Came….Rod Flash!And Then Came….Rod Flash!Sat, 07 Oct 2017 05:45:29 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus return and they are joined by newcomer Rod Flash. Rod has a “special set of skills” in that he is a veteran musician as well as a former “comicbookman”. Rod’s musical and comic background is discussed and used as the springboard into a larger discussion of music and comics. Topics include: the Disco Dazzler, Kiss, the Beatles, Sid & Marty Kroft, Four Color Comics, Prog music, Alice Cooper and more.

This week’s RORSCHACH TEST: Disney]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus return and they are joined by newcomer Rod Flash. Rod has a “special set of skills” in that he is a veteran musician as well as a former “comicbookman”. Rod’s musical and comic background is discussed and used as the springboard into a larger discussion of music and comics. Topics include: the Disco Dazzler, Kiss, the Beatles, Sid & Marty Kroft, Four Color Comics, Prog music, Alice Cooper and more. This week’s RORSCHACH TEST: Disney]]>57:01nopodcast,music,humor,alternate,flash,reality,discussion,rod,comicbookmanThe Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus return and they are joined by newcomer Rod Flash. Rod has a “special set of skills” in that he is a veteran musician as well as a former “comicbookman”. Rod’s musical and comic background is discussed and used as the springboard into a larger discussion of music and comics. Topics include: the Disco Dazzler, Kiss, the Beatles, Sid & Marty Kroft, Four Color Comics, Prog music, Alice Cooper and more.
This week’s RORSCHACH TEST: Disney149fullAlternate Reality, IncEpisode 48: American IdleEpisode 48: American IdleSun, 17 Sep 2017 16:44:35 +0000The Film Fanatic Foursome plus Jason Nisavic re-assemble to chew over some of the Summer 2017 films. Films discussed include Dunkirk, Wonder Woman, Guardians of the Galaxy 2 plus the JLA San Diego Comicon Trailer and more.

This episode’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: American Idol]]>The Film Fanatic Foursome plus Jason Nisavic re-assemble to chew over some of the Summer 2017 films. Films discussed include Dunkirk, Wonder Woman, Guardians of the Galaxy 2 plus the JLA San Diego Comicon Trailer and more. This episode’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: American Idol]]>01:01:57yespodcast,movies,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,comicbookmanThe Film Fanatic Foursome plus Jason Nisavic re-assemble to chew over some of the Summer 2017 films. Films discussed include Dunkirk, Wonder Woman, Guardians of the Galaxy 2 plus the JLA San Diego Comicon Trailer and more.
This episode’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: American Idol148fullAlternate RealityEpisode 47: Ketchup or CatsupEpisode 47: Ketchup or CatsupMon, 28 Aug 2017 05:50:57 +0000The Fearless Foursome plus Jason Nisavic re-convene for the first time in months to catch up (get it?) on what they have been doing on their summer vacation. Summer reading comic picks are discussed as well as: Vin Diesel, first convention memories, Funko Pops, Rick and Morty, DC’s Young Animal line, Peter Parker, Mighty Mouse, GI Joe, female Doctor Who, Star Trek Discovery, streaming music and streaming TV and product placement in movies. That’s a lot of Ketchup.

This episode’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: taco bell]]>The Fearless Foursome plus Jason Nisavic re-convene for the first time in months to catch up (get it?) on what they have been doing on their summer vacation. Summer reading comic picks are discussed as well as: Vin Diesel, first convention memories, Funko Pops, Rick and Morty, DC’s Young Animal line, Peter Parker, Mighty Mouse, GI Joe, female Doctor Who, Star Trek Discovery, streaming music and streaming TV and product placement in movies. That’s a lot of Ketchup. This episode’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: taco bell]]>01:02:11yespodcast,humor,alternate,vacation,summer,reality,discussion,comicbookmanThe Fearless Foursome plus Jason Nisavic re-convene for the first time to catch up (get it?) on what they have been doing on their summer vacation. Summer reading comic picks are discussed as well as: Vin Diesel, first convention memories, Funko Pops, Rick and Morty, DC’s Young Animal line, Peter Parker, Mighty Mouse, GI Joe, female Doctor Who, Star Trek Discovery, streaming music and streaming TV and product placement in movies. That’s a lot of Ketchup.
This episode’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: taco bell147fullAlternate RealityEpisode 46: In The News-July 2017Episode 46: In The News-July 2017Wed, 02 Aug 2017 17:46:13 +0000The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus return with a look at some of the news that broke in the latter half of July 2017. Topics covered include: the WWE’s Mae Young Classic, the Black Panther movie, Marvel’s New 53, the passing of Martin Landau and George Romero, the John Cena PSA Emmy nomination, Batman Dark Prince Charming and more.

This week’s RORSCHACH TEST: Netflix and actor Gary Busey]]>The Dynamic Duo of Comicbookman & Bocepheus return with a look at some of the news that broke in the latter half of July 2017. Topics covered include: the WWE’s Mae Young Classic, the Black Panther movie, Marvel’s New 53, the passing of Martin Landau and George Romero, the John Cena PSA Emmy nomination, Batman Dark Prince Charming and more. This week’s RORSCHACH TEST: Netflix and actor Gary Busey]]>56:05nopodcast,news,humor,alternate,marvel,reality,discussion,comicbookmanA discussion of Comic, Media & Wrestling News Stories for late July 2017146fullAlternate RealityEpisode 45: Spiderman HomecomingMon, 17 Jul 2017 18:15:56 +0000Trapped in Fox development Hell, the Fantastic Foursome are MIA so Comicbookman Prime teams up with his fellow CBMK Bocepheus for a discussion of Marvel/Disney’s latest film Spider-man Homecoming. Topics also discussed include: an overview of the previous five Spider-man films, could Adam West have been DC’s Stan Lee and fish

This week’s episode introduces THE RORSCHACH TEST, dare you take it?

]]>Trapped in Fox development Hell, the Fantastic Foursome are MIA so Comicbookman Prime teams up with his fellow CBMK Bocepheus for a discussion of Marvel/Disney’s latest film Spider-man Homecoming. Topics also discussed include: an overview of the previous five Spider-man films, could Adam West have been DC’s Stan Lee and fish

This week’s episode introduces THE RORSCHACH TEST, dare you take it?

]]>57:07cleanpodcast,humor,gaming,alternate,spiderman,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 44: The Star Wars ShowThu, 25 May 2017 19:38:24 +0000The Force Filled Foursome assemble for an episode devoted to the phenomenon of Star Wars. From it’s premiere 40 years ago as George Lucas’ homage to Flash Gordon to the Christmas Special to the second trilogy to the Disney entertainment juggernaut it is today. Topics also discussed include: Lancelot Link, Starlog, Tim Burton’s Batman and more.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: the Lightsaber

]]>The Force Filled Foursome assemble for an episode devoted to the phenomenon of Star Wars. From it’s premiere 40 years ago as George Lucas’ homage to Flash Gordon to the Christmas Special to the second trilogy to the Disney entertainment juggernaut it is today. Topics also discussed include: Lancelot Link, Starlog, Tim Burton’s Batman and more.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Cosplay]]>The Flummoxed Foursome assemble for episode devoted to the 2017 edition of the C2E2 Comic Convention held at McCormick Place in Chicago. Topics discussed include panels, cosplay, kids comics and more. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Cosplay]]>01:12:51yespodcast,humor,gaming,alternate,reality,discussion,c2e2,comicbookmanEpisode 42: The Game ShowThu, 04 May 2017 14:44:41 +0000The Fabled Foursome plus Adrian Anderson are joined by Bradford Barth for an episode devoted to Gaming. Video Games, Role Playing Games (RPG’S), Collectable Miniature Games (CMG’s) and of course Collectable Card Games (CCG’s) are all discussed in a freewheeling discussion on all things gaming. Topics discussed include gamer etiquette, trying to keep Magic fun, the evolution of gaming from the late sixties to today and more.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Freemium Games]]>The Fabled Foursome plus Adrian Anderson are joined by Bradford Barth for an episode devoted to Gaming. Video Games, Role Playing Games (RPG’S), Collectable Miniature Games (CMG’s) and of course Collectable Card Games (CCG’s) are all discussed in a freewheeling discussion on all things gaming. Topics discussed include gamer etiquette, trying to keep Magic fun, the evolution of gaming from the late sixties to today and more. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Freemium Games]]>01:30:50yespodcast,the,humor,gaming,rpg,magic,alternate,gathering,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 41: Wrestlemania 33Sat, 22 Apr 2017 17:03:54 +0000The Flyin’ Foursome are joined again by Adrian Anderson for an episode devoted to Wrestlemania 33 and pro wrestling in general. They go up and down the card discussing each match and its ramifications for western civilization. Also discussed is the X-Men Gold #1 dust up and a brief look back at Halloween.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Flip Flop sandals]]>The Flyin’ Foursome are joined again by Adrian Anderson for an episode devoted to Wrestlemania 33 and pro wrestling in general. They go up and down the card discussing each match and its ramifications for western civilization. Also discussed is the X-Men Gold #1 dust up and a brief look back at Halloween. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Flip Flop sandals]]>01:02:10yespodcast,humor,alternate,wrestling,wrestlemania,reality,discussion,distribution,comicbookmanEpisode 40: The Wrestling ShowWed, 12 Apr 2017 19:36:38 +0000The Fightin’ Foursome are joined by Adrian Anderson for an episode devoted to Professional Wrestling. WWE, TNA, ROH and more are discussed as each reveals their favorite wrestlers and favorite wrestling moments. Also discussed is Rachel Maddow and the President Trump Tax Return.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Horoscopes]]>The Fightin’ Foursome are joined by Adrian Anderson for an episode devoted to Professional Wrestling. WWE, TNA, ROH and more are discussed as each reveals their favorite wrestlers and favorite wrestling moments. Also discussed is Rachel Maddow and the President Trump Tax Return. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Horoscopes]]>01:02:19yespodcast,humor,alternate,wrestling,reality,discussion,distribution,comicbookmanEpisode 39: LoganMon, 03 Apr 2017 03:54:29 +0000The Fitful Foursome are joined by Adrian Anderson for an episode devoted to the movie Logan. Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewart’s long run as Logan and Professor Xavier are examined as are the overall merits of the X-Men films. Also discussed is the career and passing of Bernie Wrightson.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Awards Shows]]>The Fitful Foursome are joined by Adrian Anderson for an episode devoted to the movie Logan. Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewart’s long run as Logan and Professor Xavier are examined as are the overall merits of the X-Men films. Also discussed is the career and passing of Bernie Wrightson. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Awards Shows]]>01:02:24nopodcast,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,logan,distribution,comicbookmanEpisode 38: Print v WebMon, 20 Feb 2017 04:16:17 +0000The Flippant Foursome are joined by Adam Ebert for an episode devoted to web comics and the changing face of comic distribution. The pro’s and con’s of both print and web comic are weighed with attention to the path from creation to distribution.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: DC’s “main man” Lobo]]>The Flippant Foursome are joined by Adam Ebert for an episode devoted to web comics and the changing face of comic distribution. The pro’s and con’s of both print and web comic are weighed with attention to the path from creation to distribution. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: DC’s “main man” Lobo]]>01:02:52yespodcast,web,comics,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,distribution,comicbookmanEpisode 37: The Manga Anime ShowFri, 10 Feb 2017 15:34:57 +0000A super sized show as the Fearsome Foursome are joined by Jason Nisavic and Adrian Anderson for a manga/anime episode. Contrasts and comparisons to western comics are explored with an examination of titles from Dragonball to One Piece to Sword Art to Attack of the Titans.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Mortal Combat the Movie]]>A super sized show as the Fearsome Foursome are joined by Jason Nisavic and Adrian Anderson for a manga/anime episode. Contrasts and comparisons to western comics are explored with an examination of titles from Dragonball to One Piece to Sword Art to Attack of the Titans. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Mortal Combat the Movie]]>01:08:29yespodcast,humor,alternate,anime,manga,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 36: Oscar BaitFri, 03 Feb 2017 16:22:08 +0000The Fame-struck Foursome are joined by Adam Ebert to handicap the 2017 Oscars. From Best Documentary to Best Picture this years Oscar picks are sliced and diced, pressed into paddies and served up to you piping hot!

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Rappers as actors]]>The Fame-struck Foursome are joined by Adam Ebert to handicap the 2017 Oscars. From Best Documentary to Best Picture this years Oscar picks are sliced and diced, pressed into paddies and served up to you piping hot! This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Rappers as actors]]>59:27yespodcast,movies,humor,alternate,academy,awards,reality,oscars,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 35: Animal StoriesSat, 28 Jan 2017 16:50:15 +0000The Flea-bitten Foursome return to discuss the place of animals in comics and real life and where their depictions intersect and diverge from each another. The conversation stretches from real animals in comics and media (Beasts of Burden, Pride of Bagdad) to the anthropomorphic (Elephantmen, Bugs Bunny) and a dozen or so metaphorical examples in-between.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Cats]]>The Flea-bitten Foursome return to discuss the place of animals in comics and real life and where their depictions intersect and diverge from each another. The conversation stretches from real animals in comics and media (Beasts of Burden, Pride of Bagdad) to the anthropomorphic (Elephantmen, Bugs Bunny) and a dozen or so metaphorical examples in-between. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Cats]]>01:03:04yespodcast,humor,alternate,pets,animals,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 34: Jerkin with SasquatchFri, 20 Jan 2017 00:36:04 +0000The Famished Foursome each pick three of their favorite comics of 2016, twelve books in all are covered touching on a wide spectrum of titles and tastes.]]>The Famished Foursome each pick three of their favorite comics of 2016, twelve books in all are covered touching on a wide spectrum of titles and tastes.]]>01:04:15yesthe,of,comics,a,best,discussion,some,2016Episode 33: Merry New YearThu, 12 Jan 2017 05:11:16 +0000The Farcical Foursome return from the holiday break to talk about their New Years Resolutions. Then they discuss the state of the comics industry and the distribution system as it currently exists today.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Frozen Yogurt Shops]]>The Farcical Foursome return from the holiday break to talk about their New Years Resolutions. Then they discuss the state of the comics industry and the distribution system as it currently exists today. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Frozen Yogurt Shops]]>01:09:18yespodcast,comics,humor,alternate,reality,industry,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 32: The Doctor Is InWed, 14 Dec 2016 22:18:11 +0000The Frenetic Foursome are joined by Jason and Dan to discuss Marvel’s Doctor Strange movie. What worked, what didn’t and what the overall consensus is. They also spend more than a few minutes discussing recent comic trailers for upcoming films.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Multiple trailers for one film]]>The Frenetic Foursome are joined by Jason and Dan to discuss Marvel’s Doctor Strange movie. What worked, what didn’t and what the overall consensus is. They also spend more than a few minutes discussing recent comic trailers for upcoming films. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Multiple trailers for one film]]>01:01:03yesstrange,doctor,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 31: Holiday GobbledygookWed, 07 Dec 2016 18:13:26 +0000The Festive Foursome are joined by Jason and Dan to discuss holiday shopping in general and gift ideas for the comic book fan specifically. They also go around the table and reveal what’s on their own Christmas Wish Lists.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Black Friday Shopping]]>The Festive Foursome are joined by Jason and Dan to discuss holiday shopping in general and gift ideas for the comic book fan specifically. They also go around the table and reveal what’s on their own Christmas Wish Lists. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Black Friday Shopping]]>01:00:47yespodcast,humor,alternate,christmas,holiday,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 30: Role Models and RaceFri, 25 Nov 2016 20:07:41 +0000The Fractious Foursome picks up directly from Episode #27 and discusses the perils of African American role models in comics. Representation of different races presents a variety of role modeling problems for different audiences. Lack of diversity in role model representation is also problematic for many audiences. Representation has evolved in media over the last few decades but has it diversified enough?

(EDITORS NOTE: This episode was taped in late October 2016 before the Presidential election and the Mount Greenwood road rage shooting)

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Ken Bone (who? See how quickly we forget!)]]>The Fractious Foursome picks up directly from Episode #27 and discusses the perils of African American role models in comics. Representation of different races presents a variety of role modeling problems for different audiences. Lack of diversity in role model representation is also problematic for many audiences. Representation has evolved in media over the last few decades but has it diversified enough? (EDITORS NOTE: This episode was taped in late October 2016 before the Presidential election and the Mount Greenwood road rage shooting) This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Ken Bone (who? See how quickly we forget!)]]>01:06:27yespodcast,humor,alternate,role,american,models,reality,discussion,african,comicbookmanEpisode 29: I Liked You Better When I Didn’t Know YouSat, 19 Nov 2016 04:00:18 +0000When does your perception of an artists work become affected by what is revealed about the artist’s personal life? Does the art stand on it’s own regardless of the artist or is the work colored by what you know about the creators personal life. How much has social media accelerated that process and polarized opinions? Is the accessibility people have to creators today via social media a positive or a negative? Picasso, Bill Cosby, Woody Allen, Ted Nugent and others are discussed as are a variety of comic’s professionals.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: The movie trailer for the film Logan]]>When does your perception of an artists work become affected by what is revealed about the artist’s personal life? Does the art stand on it’s own regardless of the artist or is the work colored by what you know about the creators personal life. How much has social media accelerated that process and polarized opinions? Is the accessibility people have to creators today via social media a positive or a negative? Picasso, Bill Cosby, Woody Allen, Ted Nugent and others are discussed as are a variety of comic’s professionals. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: The movie trailer for the film Logan]]>56:26yespodcast,art,social,humor,alternate,media,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 28: Sad or LuxuriousTue, 08 Nov 2016 04:20:11 +0000They did it, they went and broke the podcast! The Fresh Foursome return to “The Alternate Reality” with no topic, no agenda, no plan and no decent ideas to spin a fresh (there’s that word again) show into. What to do for an hour? Why a whole episode of “Sad or Luxurious” what else. We promised you last week that we’d make up for skipping last weeks “S/L” bookend for Episode 27 and here it is…WHAT A REALLY GREAT IDEA!]]>They did it, they went and broke the podcast! The Fresh Foursome return to “The Alternate Reality” with no topic, no agenda, no plan and no decent ideas to spin a fresh (there’s that word again) show into. What to do for an hour? Why a whole episode of “Sad or Luxurious” what else. We promised you last week that we’d make up for skipping last weeks “S/L” bookend for Episode 27 and here it is…WHAT A REALLY GREAT IDEA!]]>56:59yespodcast,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,or,sad,luxurious,comicbookmanEpisode 27: Breakfast all DayMon, 31 Oct 2016 00:36:33 +0000After a few weeks off the Federally Insured Foursome return to the Alternate Reality to discuss comparisons of the Marvel Movie Universe the McDonalds menu (Breakfast all day!). Was all the Phase One creativity been blanded out in Phase Two? Is Guardians of the Galaxy an exception or just more of the same? Where does Netflix creatively fit into what’s being done in the movies? What about SHIELD? We examine all of this with an emphasis on what worked and didn’t in Luke Cage (beware story SPOILERS).

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: none this week-it was totally skipped (we’ll be making up for the oversight in a future show-REALLY!)]]>After a few weeks off the Federally Insured Foursome return to the Alternate Reality to discuss comparisons of the Marvel Movie Universe the McDonalds menu (Breakfast all day!). Was all the Phase One creativity been blanded out in Phase Two? Is Guardians of the Galaxy an exception or just more of the same? Where does Netflix creatively fit into what’s being done in the movies? What about SHIELD? We examine all of this with an emphasis on what worked and didn’t in Luke Cage (beware story SPOILERS). This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: none this week-it was totally skipped (we’ll be making up for the oversight in a future show-REALLY!)]]>55:13yespodcast,cage,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,luke,comicbookmanEpisode 26: Grab Them By the PotterWed, 19 Oct 2016 17:09:36 +0000After a few weeks off (ahem-two months!) the Faultless Foursome return to the Alternate Reality to discuss recent comic releases. Topics discussed include: Civil War and rolling out books taking place in post CW continuity months before the event actually ends, Champions #1, DC’s Flintstones, Black Mask Comic’s Black, Archie Comic’s world building exercise, Cave Carson, Shade the Changing Girl and the Young Animals line of books and magic based comics and more.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles]]>After a few weeks off (ahem-two months!) the Faultless Foursome return to the Alternate Reality to discuss recent comic releases. Topics discussed include: Civil War and rolling out books taking place in post CW continuity months before the event actually ends, Champions #1, DC’s Flintstones, Black Mask Comic’s Black, Archie Comic’s world building exercise, Cave Carson, Shade the Changing Girl and the Young Animals line of books and magic based comics and more. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles]]>52:48yespodcast,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 25: Squad UpWed, 24 Aug 2016 16:30:18 +0000It’s a packed house as the Frowny Foursome are joined by Dan, Jason and Adam to discuss only one topic: Suicide Squad the movie. That’s right it’s movie bitch fest time again as we look at the latest entry in Warner Bothers growing DC Movie Universe. What worked, what didn’t, who was thrilled and who got ill are all thrown onto the table for discussion.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Coffee]]>It’s a packed house as the Frowny Foursome are joined by Dan, Jason and Adam to discuss only one topic: Suicide Squad the movie. That’s right it’s movie bitch fest time again as we look at the latest entry in Warner Bothers growing DC Movie Universe. What worked, what didn’t, who was thrilled and who got ill are all thrown onto the table for discussion. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Coffee]]>01:16:12yeshumor,alternate,suicide,reality,discussion,squad,comicbookmanEpisode 24: The Digital TropeFri, 12 Aug 2016 23:46:46 +0000The Fourfold Foursome (that’s an oxymoron-isn’t it?) assemble to discuss two, count’em TWO topics in one show. Fist up is the influence of the digital realm on comics. Will on line comics save the medium or destroy it? After that they move onto writing tropes in comics. Parental deaths to the destruction of the universe and a few others in between are all examined.

Topics Discussed Include: Digital comics and the inherent battle they are having with print, the DC Hanna Barbera Universe, writing tropes including dead parents, women or minorities being killed to throw more focus on the leads, Christian Laettner, parental deaths in a characters origin, bullying in a characters origin and more.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: The Lucas Museum (if it had been approved)]]>The Fourfold Foursome (that’s an oxymoron-isn’t it?) assemble to discuss two, count’em TWO topics in one show. Fist up is the influence of the digital realm on comics. Will on line comics save the medium or destroy it? After that they move onto writing tropes in comics. Parental deaths to the destruction of the universe and a few others in between are all examined. Topics Discussed Include: Digital comics and the inherent battle they are having with print, the DC Hanna Barbera Universe, writing tropes including dead parents, women or minorities being killed to throw more focus on the leads, Christian Laettner, parental deaths in a characters origin, bullying in a characters origin and more. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: The Lucas Museum (if it had been approved)]]>01:13:33yescomics,digital,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,tropes,comicbookmanEpisode 23: Shakespeare Doesn’t Do TVThu, 04 Aug 2016 03:18:03 +0000The Formidable Foursome assemble to discuss Pokemon fever! Actually they just start off with the craze that’s sweeping the nation and then transition into television writing. Specifically, why the writing on CW shows doesn’t keep pace with either the acting or the production values.

Topics Discussed Include: The inherent problems with CW writers, Justice League Doom animated special, shows that deviate from their source material, writing being the make or break aspect of a genre show, SYFY Network, Breaking Bad, Walking Dead, demographics for a particular show, despicable characters make popular shows, Pride and Prejudice card game, clichés as characterization.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Director’s Cut]]>The Formidable Foursome assemble to discuss Pokemon fever! Actually they just start off with the craze that’s sweeping the nation and then transition into television writing. Specifically, why the writing on CW shows doesn’t keep pace with either the acting or the production values. Topics Discussed Include: The inherent problems with CW writers, Justice League Doom animated special, shows that deviate from their source material, writing being the make or break aspect of a genre show, SYFY Network, Breaking Bad, Walking Dead, demographics for a particular show, despicable characters make popular shows, Pride and Prejudice card game, clichés as characterization. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Director’s Cut]]>01:11:27yespodcast,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,cw,comicbookmanEpisode 22: The Killing JokeThu, 28 Jul 2016 02:51:02 +0000The Friendly Foursome are joined by a plethora of new and returning guests for their biggest assemblage to date. It's a rip roaring discussion Of DC’s animated feature “The Killing Joke” less than an hour after they all attended the big screen Fathom event showing. They assemble for this very special episode to discuss the screening as well as the DC Entertainment trailers that dropped at this years San Diego Comicon. Is it any good? Does it stand up to the original book? There’s only one way you’ll find out….. oh, and a great big SPOILER WARNING-many of the plot points of the animated feature are discussed in detail.

Topics Discussed Include: Justice League sizzle reel, the Wonder Woman trailer, the Suicide Squad trailer’s, the Doctor Strange trailer, Batman as mentor to his protégés, the apparent change in tone of the DC movie universe, the Killing Joke in the classroom.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Twinkies]]>The Friendly Foursome are joined by a plethora of new and returning guests for their biggest assemblage to date. It's a rip roaring discussion Of DC’s animated feature “The Killing Joke” less than an hour after they all attended the big screen Fathom event showing. They assemble for this very special episode to discuss the screening as well as the DC Entertainment trailers that dropped at this years San Diego Comicon. Is it any good? Does it stand up to the original book? There’s only one way you’ll find out….. oh, and a great big SPOILER WARNING-many of the plot points of the animated feature are discussed in detail. Topics Discussed Include: Justice League sizzle reel, the Wonder Woman trailer, the Suicide Squad trailer’s, the Doctor Strange trailer, Batman as mentor to his protégés, the apparent change in tone of the DC movie universe, the Killing Joke in the classroom. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Twinkies]]>01:11:27yeskilling,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,joke,comicbookmanEpisode 21: GatekeepingWed, 20 Jul 2016 18:49:24 +0000The Fundamental Foursome are joined by returning guests Adam and Bozena and they discuss gatekeepers in fandom. What’s a Gatekeeper? Someone with arcane knowledge of some subject which others of a similar interest desire. If you’ve ever been to a movie before the rest of your friends and they seek you out for the hidden knowledge of that film-then you’ve been a Gatekeeper. This translates across all aspects of fandom and can be either “sad or luxurious” depending on how the Gatekeeper chooses to wield that knowledge. A Gatekeeper can either let you in or keep you out, so beware abusive Gatekeepers!

Topics Discussed Include: Abusive fandom, how not to ask for a job at a comic book store, comic shops as “sanctuaries”, the changing nature of comic book acceptance, proving your Gatekeeper cred, the internet breeding false superiority and mis-information, diversity pandering, how the internet has changed the talent/fan dynamic, fans being more accepting of other fan disciplines and more.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Kilts]]>The Fundamental Foursome are joined by returning guests Adam and Bozena and they discuss gatekeepers in fandom. What’s a Gatekeeper? Someone with arcane knowledge of some subject which others of a similar interest desire. If you’ve ever been to a movie before the rest of your friends and they seek you out for the hidden knowledge of that film-then you’ve been a Gatekeeper. This translates across all aspects of fandom and can be either “sad or luxurious” depending on how the Gatekeeper chooses to wield that knowledge. A Gatekeeper can either let you in or keep you out, so beware abusive Gatekeepers! Topics Discussed Include: Abusive fandom, how not to ask for a job at a comic book store, comic shops as “sanctuaries”, the changing nature of comic book acceptance, proving your Gatekeeper cred, the internet breeding false superiority and mis-information, diversity pandering, how the internet has changed the talent/fan dynamic, fans being more accepting of other fan disciplines and more. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Kilts]]>01:07:04yespodcast,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,gatekeeper,comicbookmanEpisode 20: At the MoviesWed, 13 Jul 2016 19:10:44 +0000The Fraudulent Foursome (as in Adan does a run in at the very end-but he’s there!) are joined by returning guest Adam and first time guest Bozena and they discuss movies. New movies, old movies, important movies, trash movies all kinds of movies. The transient nature of: “flavor of the month” actors are discussed. Bozena recently finished a “365 Movies in 365 Days” marathon and her experiences in film are discussed at length. How streaming services (Netflix, Hulu, Crackle, etc) have expanded the movie going experiences and made small films accessible to wider audiences.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Living in Marvel’s New York City.]]>The Fraudulent Foursome (as in Adan does a run in at the very end-but he’s there!) are joined by returning guest Adam and first time guest Bozena and they discuss movies. New movies, old movies, important movies, trash movies all kinds of movies. The transient nature of: “flavor of the month” actors are discussed. Bozena recently finished a “365 Movies in 365 Days” marathon and her experiences in film are discussed at length. How streaming services (Netflix, Hulu, Crackle, etc) have expanded the movie going experiences and made small films accessible to wider audiences. Movies Discussed Include: ID2, The Shallows, Swiss Army Man, Marvel’s Civil War, Right Stuff, Jaws, Reno 911, Montage of Heck, Resurrection of Jake the Snake Roberts, Dear Zachary, Moviebob, X-Men Days of Future Past, Spawn the Movie, Empire Records, John Carter, It’s a Wonderful Life, Citizen Kane, Psycho, Hitchock Films, Pulp Fiction, Coming to America, Powerless This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Living in Marvel’s New York City.]]>01:07:21nopodcast,movies,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 19: Is it Art? Is it Criticism?Wed, 06 Jul 2016 17:26:55 +0000The Terrific Trio (minus Adan again) are again joined by guest Jason. This week the collaborative process in art, performance art and the impact of social media on art and criticism is kicked around. What is the difference between commercial art and fine art and what is the the position of the critic in evaluating them. The push/pull between the artists expression of self, the compromise to the patron and the examination of the critic. The critics job to determine the purpose of art in society and whether the artist achieves that purpose. And at least one fart joke.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Everyone being a critic on social media]]>The Terrific Trio (minus Adan again) are again joined by guest Jason. This week the collaborative process in art, performance art and the impact of social media on art and criticism is kicked around. What is the difference between commercial art and fine art and what is the the position of the critic in evaluating them. The push/pull between the artists expression of self, the compromise to the patron and the examination of the critic. The critics job to determine the purpose of art in society and whether the artist achieves that purpose. And at least one fart joke. Topics Discussed Include: Nutella, Andy Kaufman, Tomboy, Frank Miller, George RR Martin, Game of Thrones, the fault in our pronouns, Vertigo Comics, Chris Claremont, All Star Superman, Superman American Alien, Batman No Mans Land, Rob Liefeld This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Everyone being a critic on social media]]>01:07:09yespodcast,art,comic,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,criticism,comicbookmanEpisode 18: Getting PoliticalWed, 29 Jun 2016 22:04:24 +0000The Terrific Trio (minus Adan) are joined by guest Jason. Teaching history and political concepts through comics. Comics response to 9/11 and other at the time current events that are now history. Creator’s political points of view matriculate into their work whether they want them to or not. Light touches as opposed to heavy touches in storytelling. Captain America in the 1950’s and how he was brought back in the 70’s to make a political statement. Richard Nixon and the Secret Empire and how that was a Watergate parallel at the time. Spiderman as a role model for the archetypical “good neighbor. “Muties” as metaphorical social commentary. Was Superman vs Muhammad Ali-social commentary or just a gimmick? Steve Rogers as a terrorist, Sam Wilson saving illegal immigrants and the evolving face of Captain America.]]>The Terrific Trio (minus Adan) are joined by guest Jason. Teaching history and political concepts through comics. Comics response to 9/11 and other at the time current events that are now history. Creator’s political points of view matriculate into their work whether they want them to or not. Light touches as opposed to heavy touches in storytelling. Captain America in the 1950’s and how he was brought back in the 70’s to make a political statement. Richard Nixon and the Secret Empire and how that was a Watergate parallel at the time. Spiderman as a role model for the archetypical “good neighbor. “Muties” as metaphorical social commentary. Was Superman vs Muhammad Ali-social commentary or just a gimmick? Steve Rogers as a terrorist, Sam Wilson saving illegal immigrants and the evolving face of Captain America.]]>01:07:09yespodcast,humor,america,alternate,politics,captain,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 17: The Kids Are AlrightSun, 19 Jun 2016 20:41:19 +0000The Fiery Foursome welcome guests Justin and Jay (both parents) to a discussion of the best ways and types of comics to introduce your kids to. The impact nerd culture has had and how that has made comics more universally acceptable over the years. The importance of exposing kids to fantasy in general but letting them come to specific characters or concepts on their own. Near the end we’re joined by Jay’s daughter Clara who schools the group on her world of fantasy.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Long car trips (six hours or over)]]>The Fiery Foursome welcome guests Justin and Jay (both parents) to a discussion of the best ways and types of comics to introduce your kids to. The impact nerd culture has had and how that has made comics more universally acceptable over the years. The importance of exposing kids to fantasy in general but letting them come to specific characters or concepts on their own. Near the end we’re joined by Jay’s daughter Clara who schools the group on her world of fantasy. Topics Discussed Include: boys toys vs girls toys, nerd/geek stereotypes, X-Men as outsiders, Smallville, Harry Potter, Supergirl, male/female archetypes in kids literature and marketing. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Long car trips (six hours or over)]]>48:24cleanpodcast,comics,humor,kids,alternate,culture,reality,discussion,nerd,comicbookmanEpisode 16: Thanks For Ruining My ChildhoodSun, 12 Jun 2016 18:50:14 +0000The Fevered Foursome with guest Adrian meet to talk about movie remakes and negative internet reaction with emphasis on the two upcoming films: the all female remake of Ghostbusters and Star Trek Beyond. Are remakes a good idea or just a artistically bankrupt cash grab by Hollywood? We also spend a few minutes reminiscing on the passing of artist Darwyn Cooke who died on May 16th .

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Comic book continuations of movies/TV series.]]>The Fevered Foursome with guest Adrian meet to talk about movie remakes and negative internet reaction with emphasis on the two upcoming films: the all female remake of Ghostbusters and Star Trek Beyond. Are remakes a good idea or just a artistically bankrupt cash grab by Hollywood? We also spend a few minutes reminiscing on the passing of artist Darwyn Cooke who died on May 16th . Topics Discussed Include: F-Troop, Dwayne Johnson, the EPA, Star Trek Prelude to Axanar, Isis (the female hero) This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Comic book continuations of movies/TV series.]]>01:03:11yespodcast,humor,alternate,star,trek,reality,discussion,darwyn,cooke,ghostbusters,comicbookmanEpisode 15: The Cucumber Milkshake ExpressMon, 06 Jun 2016 02:54:26 +0000When the book is closed on 2016, the week of June 1st will be a pivotal one. The Rebirth of the DC Universe in DC Rebirth #1, the revelations about Steve Rogers in Captain America #1 and the theatrical release of X-Men Apocalypse all happened this week. The flamboyant foursome assemble to discuss all three events of the week as only they can.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Two, count’em TWO topics. Hot Topic (the mall store) and actress Jennifer Lawrence.]]>When the book is closed on 2016, the week of June 1st will be a pivotal one. The Rebirth of the DC Universe in DC Rebirth #1, the revelations about Steve Rogers in Captain America #1 and the theatrical release of X-Men Apocalypse all happened this week. The flamboyant foursome assemble to discuss all three events of the week as only they can. Topics Discussed include: deep fried water, mayonnaise sandwiches and cucumber milkshakes. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Two, count’em TWO topics. Hot Topic (the mall store) and actress Jennifer Lawrence.]]>01:01:43yespodcast,1,humor,america,alternate,xmen,dc,apocalypse,captain,reality,discussion,rebirth,comicbookmanEpisode 14: Breaking Into Reading ComicsSun, 29 May 2016 20:02:11 +0000So, you take your Aunt Sally to see Captain America Civil War and it quickly turns into an exercise on catching her up on a decade of movie continuity. You go to see Batman v Superman and want to get back into reading comics but where to begin? .In this episode the Fashionable Foursome are joined by special guest (and returning comic reader) Adrian as they examine the good and bad sides of the current comic boom. Will that success be sustainable or is it painting itself into a corner of eventual collapse. How to sustain that success while it’s here or is today’s comic publicity boom destined to become the boom of the late 80’s-early 90’s.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: The Mall.]]>So, you take your Aunt Sally to see Captain America Civil War and it quickly turns into an exercise on catching her up on a decade of movie continuity. You go to see Batman v Superman and want to get back into reading comics but where to begin? .In this episode the Fashionable Foursome are joined by special guest (and returning comic reader) Adrian as they examine the good and bad sides of the current comic boom. Will that success be sustainable or is it painting itself into a corner of eventual collapse. How to sustain that success while it’s here or is today’s comic publicity boom destined to become the boom of the late 80’s-early 90’s. Topics Discussed include: audio books, the heavy responsibility of being “the comic book guy” in a group, walking dead and new comic readers, preacher on AMC, comic book movie fatigue, Chris Evans as Tyler, dead Hollywood formats, Civil War woes, over complicated continuity alienates viewers or readers “outside of the church”, Geoff Johns promotion in the DC Movie Universe, Christopher Nolan Batman trilogy, comic adaptations of movies and TV series, Marvels Star Wars comics, Batman/TMNT and the slow sales boil, the decline of cross over books, Lumber Janes/Gotham Academy cross over, Boom, Black Mask and Image as excellent portals for finding accessible non superhero comic reading. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: The Mall.]]>01:05:03cleanpodcast,movies,comic,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 13: C2E2 2016Sun, 22 May 2016 21:35:26 +0000Comic conventions are the theme of this weeks episode which is broken into two inter-related parts. In Part One the Fascinating Foursome assembles at the store after C2E2 2016 to discuss that years show and comic conventions in general. In Part Two the boys are on the road at C2E2 interviewing attendees about the show and related topics.

Discussed in Part One: The evolution of the Chicago Comic-Con to WizardWorld and the arrival of C2E2, the legal fight over the name: “comic-con”, family and mash up cosplay, the reasons Alternate Reality doesn’t do cons, C2E2 2016 memories, the hell of Retailer Discussion Panels, autographs, brushes with greatness with south-siders who made good, Andre Braugher meets CBM, CM Punk, Chasing Amy, Black Panther, San Diego Comi-Con, panel discussions, Funko Pops and more.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Waiting in Line]]>Comic conventions are the theme of this weeks episode which is broken into two inter-related parts. In Part One the Fascinating Foursome assembles at the store after C2E2 2016 to discuss that years show and comic conventions in general. In Part Two the boys are on the road at C2E2 interviewing attendees about the show and related topics. Discussed in Part One: The evolution of the Chicago Comic-Con to WizardWorld and the arrival of C2E2, the legal fight over the name: “comic-con”, family and mash up cosplay, the reasons Alternate Reality doesn’t do cons, C2E2 2016 memories, the hell of Retailer Discussion Panels, autographs, brushes with greatness with south-siders who made good, Andre Braugher meets CBM, CM Punk, Chasing Amy, Black Panther, San Diego Comi-Con, panel discussions, Funko Pops and more. Discussed in Part Two: design, manga, women’s fashion in comics, cosplay, action figures, women in comics, women in action figures and more. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Waiting in Line]]>01:05:48yespodcast,humor,alternate,reality,discussion,c2e2,comicbookmanEpisode 12: All About Character & CostumesMon, 16 May 2016 02:49:30 +0000We all find characters we like whether on TV, the Silver Screen or in comics. After a while we expect those characters to grow but the hard part is how much growth and how fast. If a character grows too much a sense of alienation sets in, too little and we quickly outgrow the character. In this episode the Fulsome Foursome assembles at full strength to take a look at what makes a good character in fiction.

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Alter Ego]]>We all find characters we like whether on TV, the Silver Screen or in comics. After a while we expect those characters to grow but the hard part is how much growth and how fast. If a character grows too much a sense of alienation sets in, too little and we quickly outgrow the character. In this episode the Fulsome Foursome assembles at full strength to take a look at what makes a good character in fiction. Topics Discussed Include: Night Manager, Ray Donovan, Superman American Alien, Secret Identities, the Odd Couple, Big Bang Theory, Spiderman, the Office, the illusion of change, growth vs stagnation vs capitalism and a special appearance by actor Steve Buscemi. This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Alter Ego]]>01:12:18yespodcast,humor,character,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 11: Civil War FrontlineMon, 09 May 2016 02:59:27 +0000The Fractured Foursome assemble without Comicbookman. Recorded on Free Comic Book Day 2016, CBM is around in spirit, up at the counter steering the ship of commerce through the tempest of the busiest shopping day of the year. Meanwhile in the back of the store in the Alternate Reality Studios Adam returns to fill the empty seat and take part in a rip roaring discussion of Captain America: Civil War. Warning: plenty of spoilers are contained there in!

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Wearing Sweats in public]]>The Fractured Foursome assemble without Comicbookman. Recorded on Free Comic Book Day 2016, CBM is around in spirit, up at the counter steering the ship of commerce through the tempest of the busiest shopping day of the year. Meanwhile in the back of the store in the Alternate Reality Studios Adam returns to fill the empty seat and take part in a rip roaring discussion of Captain America: Civil War. Warning: plenty of spoilers are contained there in! This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Wearing Sweats in public]]>01:07:57yeswinter,war,humor,america,civil,captain,man,discussion,iron,soldier,comicbookmanEpisode 10: Do You Bleed?Sat, 30 Apr 2016 20:26:03 +0000The Feckless Foursome return after a to-too long hiatus with the
topic everyone has an opinion on: the movie “Batman vs Superman”.
Too dark? To grim? Too wonderful for words? Better than the Marvel
Films? Affleck? Snyder?, Eisenberg? Cavill? These are all questions
discussed at length. Probably our liveliest episode to day and it
ought to be-we had enough time off! Also discussed are the Academy
Awards, the importance of (or un-importance of) box office numbers
when judging a film, the Marvel Movie Universe and more!

This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Going out to a restaurant…ALONE]]>The Feckless Foursome return after a to-too long hiatus with the
topic everyone has an opinion on: the movie “Batman vs Superman”.
Too dark? To grim? Too wonderful for words? Better than the Marvel
Films? Affleck? Snyder?, Eisenberg? Cavill? These are all questions
discussed at length. Probably our liveliest episode to day and it
ought to be-we had enough time off! Also discussed are the Academy
Awards, the importance of (or un-importance of) box office numbers
when judging a film, the Marvel Movie Universe and more!
This week’s SAD or LUXURIOUS: Going out to a restaurant…ALONE]]>47:05yespodcast,superman,humor,batman,discussion,comicbookmanEpisode 9: I’ll take Potpourri for Episode 9, AlexMon, 14 Mar 2016 04:23:13 +0000Eric returns and the Frothy Foursome are reconstituted! To celebrate his return from the Negative Zone they spend the first half of the show discussing a mixed bag of topics in a freeform format. Among the topics discussed are: limited appeal characters like Red Wolf who are married with unknown creative teams which results in low sales and early cancellation. The Western genre across various platforms as a morality plays in storytelling. Maintaining the copyright on comic titles which haven’t been in of print for decades. Diversity in comics, Spocks Star Trek 2 Genesis rebirth, Star Trek/Star Wars and generational fandom and Star Wars in your future, Max Landis Wrestling isn’t Wrestling, Valiant’s Faith, Huck, Superman American Alien, audio books and one more run at Kevin Smith. In the second half they travel the roundtable touching on everyone’s current reading lists.

This week SAD or LUXURIOUS: the coming "Scooby Apocalypse"]]>Eric returns and the Frothy Foursome are reconstituted! To celebrate his return from the Negative Zone they spend the first half of the show discussing a mixed bag of topics in a freeform format. Among the topics discussed are: limited appeal characters like Red Wolf who are married with unknown creative teams which results in low sales and early cancellation. The Western genre across various platforms as a morality plays in storytelling. Maintaining the copyright on comic titles which haven’t been in of print for decades. Diversity in comics, Spocks Star Trek 2 Genesis rebirth, Star Trek/Star Wars and generational fandom and Star Wars in your future, Max Landis Wrestling isn’t Wrestling, Valiant’s Faith, Huck, Superman American Alien, audio books and one more run at Kevin Smith. In the second half they travel the roundtable touching on everyone’s current reading lists. This week SAD or LUXURIOUS: the coming "Scooby Apocalypse"]]>01:09:12yespodcast,humor,discussion,potpourri,comicbookmanEpisode 8: Coming of Bocepheus, Part 2 of 2 (Event Fatigue!)Mon, 07 Mar 2016 15:31:46 +0000Do you have event fatigue? Well so do we Bunkie! Marvel has a never ending series of gang fights while DC keeps ret conning themselves into oblivion. Everyone complains about event books but Marvel and DC know fans will buy them so the cycle keeps perpetuating. Bocepheus returns as we take a journey into the black hole of event books and try to make some sense out of it all. What are good events? Events work when the story makes sense from start to finish why is a coherent storyline so hard to maintain? Marvel’s event structure works best in cross company events while DC’s event strategy works best with character centered events. Marvel does creator retreats, DC doesn’t (but did) which works better? The evolution of editorial event planning allowing creators to be part of cross over events as opposed to imposing the event on a creator’s title. The injustice of being forced to buy cross-over titles on an event book’s storyline just to keep up with what’s going on. Are the Marvel movies running into the same continuity problems as the comics as the movie universe expands? What happens once you’ve conquered the universe?

Also discussed during the course of this episode: DK3, Convergence, Death of Superman, Geoff Johns, Identity Crisis, the Illusion of change, Sinestro Corps War, Final Crisis, Original Sin, Civil War, Annihilation, Infinite Crisis, One Year Later, Christmas Comics

]]>Do you have event fatigue? Well so do we Bunkie! Marvel has a never ending series of gang fights while DC keeps ret conning themselves into oblivion. Everyone complains about event books but Marvel and DC know fans will buy them so the cycle keeps perpetuating. Bocepheus returns as we take a journey into the black hole of event books and try to make some sense out of it all. What are good events? Events work when the story makes sense from start to finish why is a coherent storyline so hard to maintain? Marvel’s event structure works best in cross company events while DC’s event strategy works best with character centered events. Marvel does creator retreats, DC doesn’t (but did) which works better? The evolution of editorial event planning allowing creators to be part of cross over events as opposed to imposing the event on a creator’s title. The injustice of being forced to buy cross-over titles on an event book’s storyline just to keep up with what’s going on. Are the Marvel movies running into the same continuity problems as the comics as the movie universe expands? What happens once you’ve conquered the universe?

Also discussed during the course of this episode: DK3, Convergence, Death of Superman, Geoff Johns, Identity Crisis, the Illusion of change, Sinestro Corps War, Final Crisis, Original Sin, Civil War, Annihilation, Infinite Crisis, One Year Later, Christmas Comics